Brenntag expands speciality chemicals capacity in UK, invests $65.35 mn

5:18 AM, 6th August 2016

MULHEIM, GERMANY: Brenntag AG has confirmed its long-term commitment to its UK operations with a planned investment of over $65.35 million over the next five years including investments in the North of England and Scotland.

Brenntag UK & Ireland maintains an outstanding level of infrastructure and technology, servicing a broad range of customer industries. The company has invested to expand its specialty chemicals capabilities in recent years and will continue to invest. The focus will be on the life science sector, especially the food as well as the pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors.

“Irrespective of the current ‘Brexit’ concerns, the UK represents a significant market for our products and services and will remain an integral part of our European and global growth strategy,” said Steven Holland, CEO of Brenntag AG.

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